Wellington Waterfront

Wellington

Wellington which includes a bay or harbour, a city and a sunset
Wellington Waterfront
Wellington featuring a city, night scenes and a bay or harbour
Wellington Waterfront
Wellington which includes a bay or harbour, a city and outdoor art

Popular places to visit

Te Papa

Te Papa

See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.

Te Papa
TSB Bank Arena which includes modern architecture

TSB Bank Arena

Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.

TSB Bank Arena
Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Museum of Wellington City and Sea

A free museum for all the family that charts the role the sea played in shaping modern-day Wellington.

Museum of Wellington City and Sea
Frank Kitts Park

Frank Kitts Park

Explore the great outdoors at Frank Kitts Park, a lovely green space in Wellington. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Frank Kitts Park

Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre

Learn about the events happening in Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre during your trip to Wellington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre

Queen's Wharf Event Centre

Learn about the events happening in Queen's Wharf Event Centre during your trip to Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.

Queen's Wharf Event Centre

Things to do

Checkout the view from Mt Victoria!

Half Day Tour in Wellington

€64
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half Day Tour in Wellington
Recreate iconic scenes from the movie!

Lord of the Rings 1/2 day Tour to rule them all

€94
per adult
Lord of the Rings 1/2 day Tour to rule them all
Guided Small Group Walking Tour in Wellington

Guided Small Group Walking Tour in Wellington

€43
per adult
Guided Small Group Walking Tour in Wellington
Chilli Oil Dumplings

Wellington’s Food Walking Odyssey

€128
per adult
Wellington’s Food Walking Odyssey
Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Wellington

Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Wellington

€169
per adult
Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Wellington
The Weta Cave is full of movie magic, memorabilia & the starting point for your 90 min Weta Cave Experience

Filming locations of Lord of The Rings Tour with Guide

€148
per adult
Filming locations of Lord of The Rings Tour with Guide
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Top hotels in Wellington Waterfront

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

4.5 out of 5
90 Cable Street,, Te Aro,, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €111 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
€111
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Staff were incredibly helpful"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
QT Wellington

QT Wellington

5 out of 5
90 Cable Street, Wellington
The price is €143 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
€143
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Spacious quiet well appointed room with comfortable bed. Eclectic style, friendly helpful staff."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

QT Wellington
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

4 out of 5
100 Oriental Parade, Oriental Bay, Wellington
The price is €93 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€93
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Always a lovely stay. Great if you can get a water front room with a view. Convenient location."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is €72 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€72
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,552 reviews)
"Always a good stay at James Cook. Easy access from the motorway and down to Lampton Quay!!"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is €99 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
€99
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Stayed here on several occassions haven't been disappointed to date."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Rydges Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
The price is €84 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
€84
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,337 reviews)
"Close to the lambton quay area. Was a great basic hitel. Had all we needed"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Wellington Waterfront

Wellington featuring interior views and kayaking or canoeing

Wellington CBD

If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and Museum of Wellington City and Sea are top sights worth seeing.

Wellington CBD
Courtenay Place featuring a bar and interior views as well as a small group of people

Te Aro

4.5/5(47 area reviews)

Te Aro is known for its popular shops, and with sights like St James Theatre and Cuba Street Mall, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wellington.

Te Aro
Mount Victoria Lookout which includes a marina, a bay or harbour and night scenes

Mount Victoria

If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Mount Victoria
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Oriental Bay

5/5(8 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Oriental Bay
Carter Observatory which includes interior views, an observatory and modern architecture

Kelburn

While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.

Kelburn
St Paul\'s Cathedral which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Thorndon

If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and St Paul's Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.

Thorndon

Wellington Waterfront

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